Stomach flu in babies and toddlers

If your baby or toddler is throwing up and has diarrhea, call the doctor. It could be the stomach flu (gastroenteritis). She may also need a pediatric electrolyte solution. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Drinks to prevent dehydration in a vomiting child. American Academy of Pediatrics.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/abdominal/Pages/Drinks-to-Prevent-Dehydration-in-a-Vomiting-Child.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed July 2020]...

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 146 words · Rebecca Hodges

Stressing about your supply? Here’s how to tell whether your baby's getting enough breast milk

Here’s how much breast milk your baby needs, and the signs that they’re getting enough. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Is Your Baby Hungry or Full? Responsive Feeding Explained.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/Is-Your-Baby-Hungry-or-Full-Responsive-Feeding-Explained.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed January 2025] WIC Breastfeeding Support. Cluster Feeding and Growth Spurts. Pumping Breast Milk.https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/infantandtoddlernutrition/breastfeeding/pumping-breast-milk.htmlOpens a new window[Accessed January 2025]...

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 109 words · Michael Alexander

Swallowed object or object stuck in child's windpipe

you’re able to’t prevent your baby or toddler from putting things in his mouth. Some items are okay to let pass in his stool. If your child is choking, be prepared to administer CPR and first aid. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Harvard Medical School.https://www.health.harvard.edu/a_to_z/swallowed-object-a-to-zOpens a new window[Accessed August 2020]...

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 125 words · Thomas Johnson

The best and worst drinks for pregnancy

Quenching your thirst during pregnancy can be complicated. What’s allowed, and what’s potentially harmful to your baby? And can’t a girl have a little fun? Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Moderate Caffeine Consumption During Pregnancy. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2010/08/moderate-caffeine-consumption-during-pregnancyOpens a new window[Accessed April 2024] CDC. Pregnancy: Staying Healthy and Safe....

April 29, 2025 · 2 min · 220 words · Benjamin Alvarez

The COVID vaccine and pregnancy

Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. COVID-19 vaccination considerations for obstetric-gynecologic care. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/practice-advisory/articles/2020/12/covid-19-vaccination-considerations-for-obstetric-gynecologic-careOpens a new window[Accessed September 2023] ACOG. COVID-19 vaccines and pregnancy: Conversation guide. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/covid-19/covid-19-vaccines-and-pregnancy-conversation-guide-for-cliniciansOpens a new window[Accessed September 2023] AHA. Guidance on Treatment for Rare Blood Clots and Low Platelets Related to COVID-19 vaccine....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 127 words · Tricia Mason

The luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, explained

The luteal phase is the two weeks between ovulation and your period. During this phase, your body prepares for a possible pregnancy. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Infertility workup for the women’s health specialist. Committee Opinion number 781. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/clinical/clinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2019/06/infertility-workup-for-the-womens-health-specialistOpens a new window[Accessed July 2023]...

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 127 words · Jose Friedman

The stages of labor and delivery

Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. How to tell when labor begins. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/how-to-tell-when-labor-beginsOpens a new window[Accessed February 2023] March of Dimes. Stages of labor.https://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/topics/birth/stages-laborOpens a new window[Accessed February 2023] Merck Manual. Management of Normal Labor.https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/gynecology-and-obstetrics/normal-labor-and-delivery/management-of-normal-laborOpens a new window[Accessed February 2023] Mayo Clinic. U.S. Office on Women’s Health....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 90 words · David Rios

The terrible twos are very real. Here's how to cope

Are you in the midst of the terrible twos or dreading them? Learn why kids go through this stage and what you’ve got the option to do. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Developmental milestones: 3 to 4 year olds.HealthyChildren.orgOpens a new window. The American Academy of Pediatrics.https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/preschool/Pages/Developmental-Milestones-3-to-4-Year-Olds.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2024]...

April 29, 2025 · 2 min · 214 words · Kathryn Pennington

Tinea Versicolor in Babies and Children

Tinea versicolor is a fungal condition that shows up as flat patches of discoloration on the skin. The patches can range from white to pink and from tan to dark. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Weinstein, A. and Berman, B. 2019 Tinea Versicolor.Harvard Health Publishing.https://www.health.harvard.edu/a_to_z/tinea-versicolor-a-to-zOpens a new window[Accessed December 2020]...

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 118 words · Shannon Scott PhD

Tips for safe pregnancy exercise

Talk to your healthcare provider and make modifications so your workouts are pregnancy-safe. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. Exercise During Pregnancy FAQs. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.https://www.acog.org/womens-health/faqs/exercise-during-pregnancyOpens a new window[Accessed June 2021] ACOG. Committee opinion 804: Physical activity and exercise during pregnancy and the postpartum period. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 151 words · Daniel Bailey

Toddler

Bye-bye baby, hello toddler. Here’s your guide to the second year, from feeding and sleeping to learning and behavior. Should You Send Your Toddler to Summer Camp?

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 27 words · Jennifer Curry

Toddler hitting and aggression: How to stop your toddler from hitting

Aggressive behavior, including hitting, can be a normal part of your toddler’s development. Here’s why it happens and what you’re free to do about it. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Fighting and Biting.https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Facts_for_Families/FFF-Guide/Fighting-And-Biting-081.aspxOpens a new window[Accessed March 2023] The Children’s Mercy Hospital. Helping Young Children With Sharing....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 139 words · Jeffrey Martin

Toddler milestone: Talking and understanding

Talking and understanding speech go hand in hand. By listening to others, your child learns what words sound like and how to put a sentence together. Children pick up language in stages, and kids may reach those stages at different times. Was this article helpful? We believe you should always know the source of the information you’re seeing. Learn more about oureditorial and medical review policies. U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention....

April 29, 2025 · 1 min · 210 words · Frances Miller